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Negotiating RSUs & Stock Options: Don’t Leave Money on the Table
Many engineers lose lakhs by not negotiating equity correctly.
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Negotiating RSUs & Stock Options (2026)
Equity can outperform salary — if you understand it.
Types of Equity
- RSUs
- ESOPs
- Performance shares
What to Ask
- Vesting schedule
- Cliff period
- Buyback options
- Tax implications
Negotiation Tips
- Negotiate equity, not base salary
- Ask for refreshers
- Compare total compensation
Learning Resources
- Equity Explained → https://www.investopedia.com/
- Startup Equity → https://www.ycombinator.com/library
Read time: ~5 minutes
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